Capsule
Mulethi

Macroscopic identification: A hardy
leguminous under shrub attaining the height
of about 3 meter with compressed pods. The plant
bears small spikes of lilac-colored flowers
that bear bean-like pods, which contain 3 or
four seeds. The root descends about 1 m (3 ft)
underground, sending out an extensive network
of rhizomes, which are grown for three to five
years before they are harvested. The roots and
rhizomes are cleaned, pulped, then boiled and
the licorice is then concentrated by evaporation